Bolifor® MGP+ is a unique alternative to
messy pasture dusting and laborious daily drenching, and
contains the essential minerals Magnesium and Phosphorus in
the one product. It’s anticipated thatBolifor® MGP+ will
be well received in the South Island, given that farmers,
vets and animal nutritionists are observing an increase in
Phosphorus deficiency due to the region’s dependency on
fodder beet crops and changing land use.

BEC says
early indications show the product is proving popular with
South Island farmers because it cleverly covers the specific
Magnesium and Phosphorus requirements of the South Island in
a palatable, mess-free form.

“Bolifor® MGP+
offers a comprehensive solution to South Island farmers who
have historically used expensive and labour-intensive
methods like pasture dusting or drenching as a means of
getting Phosphorus and Magnesium into their cow’s
diets,” says Trina Parker, Country Manager of BEC NZ.

“It will be of particular benefit to west coast
farmers in areas where high rainfall makes administering
Magnesium via troughs a pointless exercise. By using
Bolifor® MGP+ as part of their feed blend, farmers will
have peace of mind that their cow’s nutrition needs are
being fully met,” adds Ms Parker.

Greg Pillar,
James & Son’s Chief Operating Officer, says the company is
delighted to partner with BEC Feed Solutions by
incorporating Bolifor® MGP+ into its feed blends.

“Bolifor® MGP+ is an easy addition to our range
because it is practical and adds value to our blends,”
says Mr Pillar.

“Our farmers increasingly tell us
they want essential dairy macro minerals like Magnesium and
Phosphorus added to their feeds and are keen to stop pasture
dusting with Magnesium Oxide, Di Calcium Phosphate &
limestone. Bolifor® MGP+ is a great solution because it
provides these essential minerals in a cost-effective,
clean, measured and accurate form when incorporated into our
feed blends. Our first deliveries have been hugely
successful in providing farmers with non-dusty Magnesium and
Phosphorus additions to their cow’s diets,” he adds.

BEC says Bolifor® MGP+ offers distinct advantages over
Magnesium Oxide (MgO) and other Magnesium supplements. While
traditional Magnesium products are administered via pasture
dusting or dosing in water, Bolifor® MGP+ can be consumed
directly. Other advantages include ease of application,
accuracy of dosage and high bioavailability of the vital
minerals Magnesium and Phosphorus.Plus, because MGP+ is
neutral in taste, it has greater palatability than Magnesium
Oxide and can be included in low volume rations without feed
aversion.

From a manufacturing point of view, MGP+
is granular meaning it distributes well with no lumps. This
even distribution through the feed helps ensure even
distribution through the herd, providing an additional bonus
over traditional pasture dusting.

Manufactured in
Sweden from European sourced ingredients, Bolifor® MGP+
meets the requirements for stated mineral levels, feed
safety and quality control imposed by the European
Commission. BEC NZ prides itself on offering farmers a high
quality Magnesium alternative, which is superior to many of
the products currently available with lesser known
controls.

BOLIFOR® MGP+ is available direct from
James & Son (NZ) Pty Ltd on 0800 MR FEED, or for further
information contact BEC on 0800 BEC 001.

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